Privacy Policy

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 Effective Date: March 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how Michael Kooistra, REALTOR® with Keller Williams Grand Rapids ("Company," "we," "us," or "our"), collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal information obtained through the website michaelkooistra.com (the "Website"). By accessing or using the Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of information:

• Personal Information: Information that identifies you personally, such as your name, email address, phone number, and any other details you voluntarily provide when contacting us.
• Usage Data: Information automatically collected when you visit the Website, including your IP address, browser type, device information, referring website, pages visited, and the time and date of your visit.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We may use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to collect data on user activity and enhance your experience.

2. How We Use Your Information
We collect and use your information for the following lawful purposes:

• To provide real estate services and information about Grand Rapids.
• To communicate with you regarding inquiries, services, or other relevant matters.
• To analyze Website traffic and improve our Website’s functionality and user experience.
• To comply with legal obligations and enforce our rights.

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. However, we may share information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share information with third-party vendors or service providers who assist us in operating our Website or business.
• Legal Compliance: We may disclose information if required by law, legal process, or governmental request.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, sale, or transfer of assets, user information may be included in the transferred assets.

4. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of data transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such external sites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of third-party websites before providing any personal information.

6. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on applicable laws, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• The right to access, correct, or delete your personal information.
• The right to withdraw consent for certain data processing activities.
• The right to opt out of receiving marketing communications from us. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date." Continued use of the Website after any modifications constitute acceptance of the revised policy.

8. Contact Information
For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Michael Kooistra, REALTOR®
Keller Williams Grand Rapids
1555 Arboretum Drive SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Phone: 1-616-633-8846
Email: [Insert Email]

By using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the terms of this Privacy Policy.